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This advice has been reviewed and reissued with amendments to the Travel Summary and the Safety and Security section (celebration of Muharram on 24 and 25 November). The overall level of this advice has not changed. We advise against all travel to specific regions of Pakistan and against all but essential travel to other specific regions of Pakistan.
There have been media reports of terrorist threats to Islamabad.  As a result of these reported threats we would advise caution and vigilance in all major cities of Pakistan, whilst maintaining a low profile and avoiding large gatherings and crowds.
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We advise against all travel to Swat, Buner, and Lower Dir, including travel on the Peshawar to Chitral road via the Lowari Pass. In these areas there are ongoing reports of military or militant activity.  Localised curfews may be imposed at short notice.
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rent a sports car washington dc If you are intending to travel to Pakistan, even if you are a regular visitor with family links, you should follow the developing situation in the news media and consult FCO Travel Advice regularly. You should also register with the British High Commission and take out comprehensive travel and medical rent a sports car washington dc insurance before travelling. See General -
There have been media reports of terrorist threats to Islamabad. As a result of these reported threats we would advise caution and vigilance in all major cities of Pakistan, whilst maintaining a low profile and avoiding large gatherings and crowds.
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You should be alert to the threat of kidnapping throughout Pakistan. Kidnappings can be for financial or political gain, and can be motivated by criminality or terrorism. British nationals of Pakistani origin are at particular risk of kidnap for ransom.
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